In 1996, NIKKI McCLURE made her first papercut for the bookApple.She has been creating papercut artwork ever since. She splits her time between making a yearly calendar and making children's books. In the summer, she sails north to explore islands, watch birds, hang out with moss, pick berries, and swim in the Salish Sea. McClure shows her artwork at Land Gallery in Portland every November. She lives in Olympia, Washington, with her husband and son under cedar trees along the eastern shore of the southern Salish Sea. She is also the author ofThe First 1000 Days,The Next 1000 Days, andEmbrace.
Perceptively celebrates the Salish Sea and its natural elements, from one squid to 1,000,000 raindrops.--Kirkus Reviews This natural history coutning book is not only a lovely little pre-naptime read for the kiddos, but is also a stunning book to display in the main cabin.--NW Yachting Magazine Each image is lovingly created by the artistry of Nikki McClure in an intricate papercut style and fully captures her passion for this special place in the Pacific Northwest.--Midwest Book Review 1, 2, 3 Salish Sea is a delightful book sure to get children counting and contemplating all the incredible creatures that make their homes in the Pacific Northwest.--Hakai Magazine